The first thing I see when I look out my window is my flag of the United States of America blowing in the breeze. Often, I will sit and gaze at the flag - great focus for thinking. These are my musings and ramblings, and, on occasion, rants... I am unapologetic in my support of our military, our country and my devotion to God. I will honor them and pay tribute to them here.
Along the side bar you will find tributes to Oregon's fallen warriors.

Sunday, October 07, 2007

Eternal Father, Strong to save,Whose arm hath bound the restless wave,Who bid'st the mighty Ocean deepIts own appointed limits keep;O hear us when we cry to thee,for those in peril on the sea.

O Christ! Whose voice the waters heardAnd hushed their raging at Thy word,Who walked'st on the foaming deep,and calm amidst its rage didst sleep;Oh hear us when we cry to TheeFor those in peril on the sea!

Most Holy spirit! Who didst broodUpon the chaos dark and rude,And bid its angry tumult cease,And give, for wild confusion, peace;Oh, hear us when we cry to TheeFor those in peril on the sea!

O Trinity of love and power!Our brethren shield in danger's hour;From rock and tempest, fire and foe,Protect them wheresoe'er they go;Thus evermore shall rise to Thee,Glad hymns of praise from land and sea.